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Sony
4.3
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Overall Rating
4.3/5
based on 1.2k reviews
8% above
industry average
Highly rated for
Company culture, Work-life balance, Skill development
Work Policy
Work from office
70% employees reported
Monday to Friday
48% employees reported
Strict timing
52% employees reported
Within city
39% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Job/Soft skill training
132 employees reported
Health insurance
88 employees reported
Free meal
73 employees reported
Cafeteria
68 employees reported
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About Sony
Founded in1994 (31 yrs old)
India Employee Count1k-5k
Global Employee Count1k-5k
India HeadquartersDelhi/NCR, Delhi, India
Websitesony.co.in
Primary Industry
Other Industries
Sony India is one of the most recognized consumer electronics brand in the country, with a reputation for new age technology, digital concepts and excellent after sales service. In India, Sony has its footprint across all major towns and cities in the country through a distribution network comprising of over 20,000 dealers and distributors, more than 300 exclusive Sony outlets and 25 branch locations. Sony India also has a strong service presence across the country with 365 service outlets. Manned by customer friendly and informed sales persons, Sony’s exclusive stores ‘Sony Center’ are fast becoming the most visible face of the company in India. A distinctive feature of Sony’s service is its highly motivated and well-trained staff that provides the kind of attentive and sensitive service that is rare today.Sony is committed to ensuring that both the products and the marketing activities employed truly make a difference to people’s lifestyles and offer them new dimensions of enjoyment. Relentless commitment to quality, continuous dedication to customer satisfaction and unparalleled standards of service is what differentiates us from countless competitors and reflects a true image of all that is Sony.
Vision: Our unlimited passion for technology, content and services, and relentless pursuit of innovation, drives us to deliver ground-breaking new excitement and entertainment in ways that only Sony can. Creating unique new cultures and experiences. Everything we do, is to move you emotionally.
Using our unlimited passion for technology, content and services to
deliver groundbreaking new excitement and entertainment, as only Sony can.
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Sony Ratings
based on 1.2k reviews
Overall Rating
4.3/5
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Category Ratings
4.2
Company culture
4.1
Work-life balance
4.0
Skill development
4.0
Job security
4.0
Work satisfaction
3.8
Salary
3.5
Promotions
Sony is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 1.2k company reviews. This rating reflects a generally positive employee experience, indicating satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Sony
based on 1.1k reviews
4.1
Rated by 119 Women
Rated 4.0 for Company culture and 3.9 for Work-life balance
4.3
Rated by 955 Men
Rated 4.3 for Company culture and 4.1 for Work-life balance
Work Policy at Sony
based on 83 reviews in last 6 months
Work from office
70%
Permanent work from home
16%
Hybrid
14%
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Overall Rating | 4.3/5 based on 1.2k reviews | 4.0/5 based on 7k reviews | 4.0/5 based on 3.2k reviews | 2.4/5 based on 9 reviews |
Highly Rated for | Company culture Work-life balance Skill development | Salary Work-life balance | Job security Skill development Salary | No highly rated category |
Critically Rated for | No critically rated category | Promotions | No critically rated category | Work satisfaction Promotions Work-life balance |
Primary Work Policy | Work from office 70% employees reported | Work from office 82% employees reported | Work from office 85% employees reported | - |
Rating by Women Employees | 4.1 Good rated by 119 women | 4.0 Good rated by 519 women | 3.9 Good rated by 214 women | - no rating available |
Rating by Men Employees | 4.3 Good rated by 955 men | 4.0 Good rated by 5.7k men | 4.0 Good rated by 2.7k men | - no rating available |
Job security | 4.0 Good | 3.7 Good | 3.9 Good | 3.7 Good |
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Sony Salaries
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Make Sony’s WH-1000XM5 headband more comfortable with this 3D-printed hack
- Sony's WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones can cause discomfort due to the headband.
- A 3D-printed hack using adapters and a replacement headband can solve the issue.
- The adapters snap onto the XM5's headband sliders and accommodate a cheaper replacement headband.
- The hack distributes the weight of the headphones for increased comfort.
Digitaltrends | 21 Jan, 2025
Bend Studio Dev Says 'We Still Plan on Creating Cool S**t' After Sony Live Service Cancelation
- The developer of Days Gone, Bend Studio, has confirmed that it still plans to create new projects after Sony canceled its unannounced live-service game.
- Sony has been struggling with its live-service games, with cancellations and disastrous launches.
- Bend Studio's last release was Days Gone in 2019, and the studio has reassured fans that they still plan on creating new content.
- Sony's president has acknowledged the need for improvement in development processes and learning from both successful and failed launches.
IGN | 21 Jan, 2025
PSVR 2 Team Shooter ‘Firewall Ultra’ Gets Update to Attract Newcomers After Year-long Abandonment
- Sony has released an update for Firewall Ultra, a team shooter game on PSVR 2.
- The update increases XP and in-game currency, making it easier for new players to unlock cosmetics and progress in the game.
- Speculation suggests that Sony may be adding Firewall Ultra to PlayStation Plus or planning a sale due to poor sales and low user engagement.
- Despite initial issues and the closure of the developer, First Contact Entertainment, the game continues to sell at a high price without meaningful content updates.
Roadtovr | 21 Jan, 2025
How to connect a PlayStation Portal to your PS5
- To connect a PlayStation Portal to your PS5, enable Remote Play in the PS5 settings and make sure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network.
- In the PS5 settings, go to Power Saving and enable ‘Stay Connected to the Internet’ and ‘Enable Turning on PS5 from Network’ to allow Remote Play in Rest Mode.
- Ensure that you are signed into your PlayStation Portal using the same PlayStation account as the one on your PS5.
- During the setup process, select the specific PS5 console you want to stream from if you have multiple PS5s in your home.
Digitaltrends | 20 Jan, 2025
The best PlayStation Portal accessories
- PlayStation PULSE Explore Wireless Earbuds: These earbuds offer excellent sound quality and multi-device connectivity.
- Skull & Co. Hard Carrying Case: This hard-shell case provides secure storage for the PlayStation Portal.
- ivoler Screen Protector: Protect your PlayStation Portal's screen with the ivoler Screen Protector.
- LVVIL Charging Stand: This charging stand allows for easy charging and display of the PlayStation Portal.
Digitaltrends | 20 Jan, 2025
Save $400 on the Sony Bravia 8 OLED 65-inch Smart TV
- Save $400 on the Sony Bravia 8 OLED 65-inch Smart TV at Best Buy.
- The sale price is $1,599.99, down from the usual price of $1,999.99.
- The TV features a premium OLED screen with over 8 million self-lit pixels.
- It also has HDMI 2.1 features for gaming and uses Google TV OS for easy app access.
Mashable | 20 Jan, 2025
Freedom Wars Remastered Review
- Freedom Wars Remastered is a dystopian action-RPG set in a futuristic prison city.
- Players must work off their 1,000,000 year sentence by completing tasks and fighting enemies.
- The game shows its age and portable origins, with clunky gameplay and technical limitations.
- Despite its flaws, the game's far-future setting and solid gameplay make it worth picking up.
TheSixthAxis | 20 Jan, 2025
Stories From Sol: The Gun Dog Preview – A sci-fi story worth settling in for
- Stories From Sol: The Gun Dog is a visual novel set in a universe where a solar system war has concluded.
- The protagonist, a Jovian conscript, experiences a squadron wipeout due to mechanical issues.
- Four years later, the protagonist becomes a lieutenant and transfers to the JFS Gun Dog.
- The game features retro design, green graphics, and engaging characters with evolving relationships.
TheSixthAxis | 20 Jan, 2025
Which Tales of JRPG Should Get a Remaster After Graces f?
- The Siliconera staff shares their picks for the next Tales of JRPG remaster.
- Stephanie wants to see older 2D games like Rebirth or Destiny/Destiny 2 remastered.
- Jenni wishes to see a remaster of Tales of Destiny.
- Cody hopes for a remaster of Tales of Xillia 1 and 2.
Siliconera | 20 Jan, 2025
How to factory reset a PlayStation Portal
- To factory reset a PlayStation Portal, follow these steps: Swipe from the top right of the screen to open the Quick Settings tabs. Choose Settings. Within the Settings, navigate to System > System Software > Reset Options. Select Reset to begin the process.
Digitaltrends | 19 Jan, 2025
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Sony FAQs
When was Sony founded?
Sony was founded in 1994. The company has been operating for 31 years primarily in the Consumer Electronics & Appliances sector.
Where is the Sony headquarters located?
Sony is headquartered in Delhi/NCR, Delhi. It operates in 22 cities such as New Delhi, Bangalore / Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata, Lucknow. To explore all the office locations, visit Sony locations.
How many employees does Sony have in India?
Sony currently has more than 3,100+ employees in India. Sales & Business Development department appears to have the highest employee count in Sony based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Sony have good work-life balance?
Sony has a work-life balance rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 1,100+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 86% employees rated Sony 4 or above on work-life balance. This rating reflects the company's efforts to help employees maintain a healthy balance between their personal and professional lives. We encourage you to read Sony work-life balance reviews for more details
Is Sony good for career growth?
Career growth at Sony is rated fairly well, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.5. 86% employees rated Sony 4 or above, while 14% employees rated it 3 or below on promotions/appraisal. Though the sentiment is mixed for career growth, majority employees have rated it positively. We recommend reading Sony promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the pros of working in Sony?
Working at Sony offers several advantages that make it an appealing place for employees. The company is highly rated for company culture, work life balance and skill development, based on 1,100+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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